Gas Meter Installation & What size gas meter is required

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If you require a new gas meter at your commercial or domestic property we are able to help.


We can help with the below and have case studies for all:


  1. New Gas Connections
  2. Gas installation following a meter removal / disconnection from a supplier
  3. Replacing broken meters
  4. Meter upgrades / Meter downgrades


If any of the above are applicable to you or your business then we will be able to assist you.


How our process works:


1. Understand your requirements and how much gas demand you will require,

depending on what industry you are in, whether that is a small hairdressers or factory will depend on what meter you require.

   

Here is a chart of all of the different sizes of meters available:

Find the Right Gas Meter for Your Business

This table provides an overview of different gas meters used in the UK, their flow rates, capacities, and recommended industries. From small domestic properties to large industrial facilities, ensure your business is equipped with the right meter.

Meter Type: Low Pressure (Diaphragm Meters) Flow Rate (kilowatts) Capacity (SCMH) Standard cubic metres / hour Capacity (SCFH) Standard cubic feet / hour Recommended Industry
U6 0 – 65 kW 6 m³/hr 212 ft³/hr Small domestic properties or small shops with minimal gas usage
U16 66 – 173 kW 16 m³/hr 565 ft³/hr Medium-sized shops, small restaurants, or offices
U25 174 – 271 kW 25 m³/hr 883 ft³/hr Medium-sized restaurants, small hotels, or small to medium-sized factories
U40 272 – 430 kW 40 m³/hr 1,412 ft³/hr Medium to large hotels, larger restaurants, or medium-sized factories
U65 343 – 704 kW 65 m³/hr 2,296 ft³/hr Large hotels, large factories, or schools with high gas usage
U100 705 – 1,083 kW 100 m³/hr 3,511 ft³/hr Industrial facilities, large factories, hospitals, or large schools
U160 1,084 – 1,733 kW 160 m³/hr 5,650 ft³/hr Very large industrial facilities or large manufacturing plants

Annual Gas Meter Cost Comparison for UK Businesses (2024)

Meter Type Flow Rate (kilowatts) Capacity (SCMH) Capacity (SCFH) Recommended Industry
U6 0 – 65 kW 6 m³/hr 212 ft³/hr
Small domestic Small shops or homes with minimal gas usage
U16 66 – 173 kW 16 m³/hr 565 ft³/hr
Medium-sized Medium shops, small restaurants, or offices
U25 174 – 271 kW 25 m³/hr 883 ft³/hr
Restaurants Small to medium-sized hotels or factories
U40 272 – 430 kW 40 m³/hr 1,412 ft³/hr
Hotels Larger hotels, restaurants, or factories
U65 343 – 704 kW 65 m³/hr 2,296 ft³/hr
Large Large factories, hotels, or schools
U100 705 – 1,083 kW 100 m³/hr 3,511 ft³/hr
Industrial Large schools, hospitals, or factories
U160 1,084 – 1,733 kW 160 m³/hr 5,650 ft³/hr
Very large Large industrial facilities or plants

Input your industry, estimated gas consumption, and building size to find the best gas meter for your business.

An average house in the UK will have a U6 meter. If you are only using your gas for a small boiler or kitchen then a U6 meter will be big enough. It is always worth checking how many Kilo-Watt hours your boiler uses or central heating.


Then from there you can work out what is required. It is unlikely you will be having everything on flat out all at once. If you were using a U6 Meter all year round, you would use 569,400 kWh, An average 2-3 bedroom home uses 11,500 kWh per year.


A U16 Meter would be useful if you are in a commercial setting and have a gas kitchen and main central heating.


If you are unsure of what meter you require, give the gas experts a call on: 0161 521 3400


2. We will then carry out a GT1 test,

to ensure you either require a new connection or  a meter. A GT1 will help us to figure out if there is a current supply to the building or not. If there is already a supply we will be able to see what size meter you are able to have on site depending on what the pipework to the site is. If you require an upgrade we are able to assist.


3. Ensure you aren't overpaying for gas,

We would make sure that you aren't overpaying for the gas that your business or home is consuming. We would look at our charts and advise on the best time to renew and which supplier has the lowest prices for your requirements.


4. Book in a day with ourselves for your new meter.

Our average timeframe is 2 weeks if a GT1 test report is not required. If it is then the average time will be 3 weeks.